![]() “America has been a steadfast strategic and political ally to Israel and a key actor in prior peace agreements,” he told Washington Jewish Week last month in a candidates’ survey. Raskin also has a strong, deeply rooted support for the State of Israel, and a clearly expressed commitment to work toward the achievement of a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians. ![]() Speaking in 2006, in the course of a debate with a state senator who opposed same-sex marriage on “biblical principles,” Raskin said: “People place their hand on the Bible and swear to uphold the Constitution they don’t put their hand on the Constitution and swear to uphold the Bible.” He also has the admirable ability to make a point concisely and memorably. While they share many of Raskin’s views, they lack the proven track record and bipartisan experience that Raskin’s candidacy offers.Īs a constitutional law scholar, author and law professor Raskin has a deep understanding of government and the legislative processes. In contrast to this meaty record, Raskin’s two main opponents in the April 26 Democratic primary - former Marriott executive and local news anchor Kathleen Matthews and businessman David Trone - have no legislative experience. His work in immigration reform has been practical, and he’s kept his sights on comprehensive reform. He has worked to protect women’s reproductive rights, and has a solid record on the environment, including backing legislation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. He supported expansion of Maryland’s ignition interlock device program. He has been the floor leader on bills to establish the right to same-sex marriage and to repeal the death penalty. Since being elected to Maryland’s upper house in 2006, he has built a solid, verifiable progressive record. Raskin rises above this year’s crowded slate of candidates, and does so in an impressive fashion. To fill Van Hollen’s seat representing Maryland’s 8th Congressional District, we favor state senator and constitutional law professor Jamie Raskin (D-District 20). Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat, for the seat of retiring Sen. Lierman (D-Baltimore City) for comptroller Monday, saying she would ensure the office is “the financial advocate for the people of Maryland.”Ĭurrent Comptroller Peter V.R.Last week we endorsed Rep. Raskin Endorses Lierman for Comptroller Rep. Franchot (D) is one of nine Democrats seeking the party’s nomination for governor in 2022. Harford County Executive Barry Glassman (R) remains the lone Republican in the race.Ĭurrent Comptroller Peter V.R. Adams (D) is also on the ballot for the June 2022 Democratic primary. Bowie Mayor and defense contractor Timothy J. Lierman is one of two declared Democrats vying for the open comptroller seat. A slew of local leaders and lawmakers from across the state have also publicly supported her campaign, including Rep. ![]() ![]() Raskin is the latest of many current elected officials to endorse Lierman’s comptroller bid. Lierman said in a statement that she “could not be more proud to earn his support.” The endorsement is Raskin’s first of a statewide candidate in the 2022 election cycle, according to a release from Lierman. “I’m supporting her because we need somebody who’s a great comptroller, who uses the office as an instrument for advancing the public good for everybody,” Raskin said. Raskin said he worked with Lierman in 2015 to pass the Second Chance Act, which allows people to shield records about certain criminal convictions from public view after their sentences to make it easier to get a job, attend college or access other services. ![]() Raskin was a state senator until he was sworn in to Congress in 2017 Lierman was elected as a state delegate in 2015. Raskin recalled his time working with Lierman in the General Assembly in an endorsement video. Lierman (D-Baltimore City) for comptroller Monday, saying she would ensure the office is “the financial advocate for the people of Maryland.” ![]()
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